RV & Boat Parking: Chicago vs Des Plaines
How do rv & boat parking rules compare between Chicago, IL and Des Plaines, IL?
Des Plaines has fewer restrictions than Chicago.
Chicago, IL
Cook County
Recreational vehicles over 22 feet prohibited on residential streets per MCC §9-64-170. Self-contained motor homes also banned on residential streets. Active loading exception applies.
View full Chicago rules →Des Plaines, IL
Cook County
RVs may park on public street directly in front of dwelling for up to 24 hours for loading/unloading with advance notification to Des Plaines Police. Proposed rules (2025) would add restrictions.
View full Des Plaines rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | Chicago | Des Plaines |
|---|---|---|
| Code | MCC §9-64-170 | Des Plaines MC §7-3-2 |
| RVs >22 ft | Prohibited on residential streets | - |
| Motor Homes | Self-contained motor homes banned on residential streets | - |
| Exception | Active loading/unloading only | - |
| Permit | Not available for standard RVs | - |
| Street Parking | - | Up to 24 hours for loading/unloading |
| Police Notification | - | Required prior to parking RV on street |
| Private Property | - | RV storage on private lot — check zoning |
| Proposed Rules | - | 1 RV/property limit, no overnight living (2025 proposal) |
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Chicago FAQ
Can I park my RV in my driveway in Chicago?
Recreational vehicles over 22 feet prohibited on residential streets per MCC §9-64-170. Self-contained motor homes also banned on residential streets. Active loading exception applies.
What are the rules for storing boats and RVs in Chicago?
Code: MCC §9-64-170. RVs >22 ft: Prohibited on residential streets. Motor Homes: Self-contained motor homes banned on residential streets. Exception: Active loading/unloading only.
Des Plaines FAQ
Can I park my RV in my driveway in Des Plaines?
RVs may park on public street directly in front of dwelling for up to 24 hours for loading/unloading with advance notification to Des Plaines Police. Proposed rules (2025) would add restrictions.
What are the rules for storing boats and RVs in Des Plaines?
Code: Des Plaines MC §7-3-2. Street Parking: Up to 24 hours for loading/unloading. Police Notification: Required prior to parking RV on street. Private Property: RV storage on private lot — check zoning.
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